How did the ottomans deal with different cultures and religions within their empire?

Non-Muslims had to pay a special tax to practice their religions.

Explanation:

If you look in the 7th Grade Social Studies textbook, it says on page 114, "Because their empire was so large, the Ottomans ruled many peoples who practiced many religions. Islam was the empire's official religion, and Muslims enjoyed special religions. The government passed different laws for non-Muslims. For example, non-Muslims had to pay a special tax. In return they were free to practice their religion."

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